The 2023 summer window has officially closed and AC Milan managed to complete a total of ten operations, including the deadline-day signing of Luka Jovic.
Below is a summary of Milan’s incoming summer window with all the details and figures, taken from our Substack bonus. Make sure to check that out if you want a more extensive financial breakdown of the summer.
Marco Sportiello
Deal: Free transfer.
From: Atalanta.
Position: Goalkeeper.
Once Milan decided to not renew the contract of Ciprian Tatarusanu, they turned to the market to find a new backup goalkeeper. They reached an agreement with Sportiello already in January and the move was completed at the end of his contract.
Luka Romero
Deal: Free transfer.
From: Lazio.
Position: Attacking midfielder/winger.
This move came as a surprise, really, but Milan had been keeping their eye on the 18-year-old for quite some time. Having done well with Argentina’s U20 side, and sitting on an expiring contract, he was picked up by the Rossoneri.
Ruben Loftus-Cheek
Deal: Permanent transfer.
Fee: €16m plus €4m in bonuses.
From: Chelsea.
Position: Midfielder.
The 27-year-old appeared to be more or less a done deal but then Paolo Maldini and Ricky Massara were sacked. The new management eventually picked up the negotiations and closed the deal at the expected figures. A much-needed signing for the midfield.
Christian Pulisic
Deal: Permanent transfer.
Fee: €20m plus €3m in bonuses.
From: Chelsea.
Position: Attacking midfielder/winger.
The negotiations were a bit more difficult compared to the other Chelsea midfielder but Milan eventually got the deal over the line. So far, the 24-year-old has done a really good job and the Rossoneri can be very happy with the signing – especially at that price.
Tijjani Reijnders
Deal: Permanent transfer.
Fee: €20m plus €5m in bonuses.
From: AZ Alkmaar.
Position: Midfielder.
Speaking of long negotiations, Milan really had to fight for the Dutchman’s arrival. He was worth the wait, it’s safe to say, and the Rossoneri still managed to get the 25-year-old at a very good price as well.
Noah Okafor
Deal: Permanent transfer.
Fee: €14m.
From: RB Salzburg.
Position: Left-winger/forward.
The transfer was completed in just a few days and Milan got him at an absolute bargain price as well. The 23-year-old can play both as a left-winger and a forward and he will surely come into good use for Pioli this season.
Samuel Chukwueze
Deal: Permanent transfer.
Fee: €20m plus €8m in bonuses.
From: Villarreal.
Position: Right-winger.
The most expensive signing this summer, at least if we’re including the bonuses, and the 24-year-old thus has some hype to live up to. Milan fans know better than to take anything for granted after the De Ketelaere ordeal, though.
Yunus Musah
Deal: Permanent transfer.
Fee: €18m plus €3m in bonuses.
From: Valencia.
Position: Midfielder.
This is another signing that Milan spent a lot of time on and they managed to break down Valencia in the negotiations. The 20-year-old has a lot of potential and it remains to be seen if the Rossoneri are right for him.
Marco Pellegrino
Deal: Permanent transfer.
Fee: €3m plus €2m in bonuses.
From: Platense.
Position: Centre-back.
Given the departure of Matteo Gabbia on loan to Villarreal, Milan needed a centre-back and the scouts pished for the arrival of Pellegrino. The 21-year-old is highly rated and could perhaps become an important player in the future.
Luka Jovic
Deal: One-year deal with an option.
Fee: –
From: Fiorentina.
Position: Striker.
The Serbian ended up being the deadline-day signing for Milan, who accelerated their pursuit after failing to sign their other targets for the No.9 role. It looks like it will be a one-year contract with an option for an additional 1-2 years.
